Deep Dive into Windows Server 2008 R2

Windows Server is deployed in nearly every organization, but in many situations only a fraction of the capabilities are utilized. These unused capabilities could offer enhanced services, improved end-user experiences and possible financial savings, which in today’s environment is key. The goal of this eLearning conference is to explore the major functionality changes

John Savill

February 18, 2013

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Deep Dive into Windows Server 2008 R2

Total Running Time: 167 min

Windows Server is deployed in nearly every organization, but in many situations only a fraction of the capabilities are utilized. These unused capabilities could offer enhanced services, improved end-user experiences and possible financial savings, which in today’s environment is key. The goal of this eLearning conference is to explore the major functionality changes and additions found in Windows Server 2008 R2 and what those changes mean to your organization. We’ll look at the most significant new capabilities and the guidance needed to implement them in the right way.

By attending these sessions you’ll:

  • Gain insight into the major new capabilities available in Windows Server 2008 R2

  • Learn how enhanced services solve bandwidth challenges at remote locations through the use of server and peer-to-peer caching capabilities

  • Learn about architectural changes that improve security and reduce power consumption without affecting performance

  • Learn how to use new DNS and DHCP enhancements to ensure security and availability

  • Learn how to enable clients to access corporate environments from any location without the need for complex VPN configurations

  • Identify the new capabilities of Windows Server virtualization solutions for server, desktop and presentation virtualization and how they can be implemented and potentially replace existing third-party solutions

  • Learn about new Active Directory and Group Policy capabilities to enable enhanced management, better deleted item restoration and other key features

Our goal for these sessions is to give you the skills and tools you need to get the most out of your Windows Server investment and avoid purchasing third-party software and licenses for capabilities that are provided in-box.

Session 1: Windows Server 2008 R2 Architecture Modifications, Key New Features and Capabilities

Session 2: Advancements in Hyper-V and Remote Desktop Services

Session 3: What's New with Active Directory and Group Policy

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